William A. Skindrud
March 11, 1949 - June 13, 2020
Obituary
MOUNT HOREB / FRIENDSHIP- William Arthur "Bill" Skindrud, age 71, passed away on Saturday, June 13, 2020. Bill was born March 11, 1949, the son of Jerome and Alma (Martinson) Skindrud. Bill graduated from Mount Horeb High School in 1967. Bill and Bonnie (Brink/Gullickson) were married Feb. 6, 1988, at Springdale Lutheran Church.
Bill worked at Wingra Stone Company as a Heavy Equipment Operator until his retirement in 2008. He was a member of the operating Engineers Local 139.
Bill loved living the "laid back life," sitting in his man cave enjoying his PBRs and doing Sudoku. He loved his campfires, and watching any Wisconsin sports teams. Bill enjoyed hosting his annual “Nailer Golf Outing” PGA (Pathetic Golfers Association) for over 20 years. He was a deer hunter and fisherman up until just a few years ago. Bill also loved his vacations with his wife Bonnie. Anyone who knew Bill, knew his love for Bonnie. He was her Strength through hard times and there to celebrate the many joyful occasions. They were each other’s best friends and soul mates. The Love of each other’s lives.
In addition to his wife, Bonnie, Bill is survived by his children, Melissa (Nick) Schultz and their children, Zachary, Miranda, Kiera Olson, and Owen, Elliott Schultz; Billy Skindrud and his children, Lucas and Morgan Danz; Michael Gullickson (deceased) and his daughter Halle Kiesling; Heidi (Paul) Heuring and their children, Joel (Liz), Will and Natalie Heuring; Kelsi Gullickson and her children, Jordan Slack and Jenna Kay Knoble; his brothers, Rick (Ronnaug) Skindrud, Rod (Pat) Skindrud; sister, Becky (Mark) Mostrom. He was preceded in death by his parents; his in-laws, Alice and Wayne Brink; son, Michael Gullickson; and son-in-law, Mark Olson.
A memorial service will be held at the VFW POST 9511, 2787 Erbe Road, Blue Mounds, at 12 noon, followed by a luncheon from 1 p.m. until 7 p.m. on Thursday, June 18, 2020. Casual wear and favorite Packers, Brewers and Badgers apparel are welcome. A private family burial will be held at Springdale Lutheran Cemetery with Margaret Resan officiating.
Memorials may be made to the family. Online Condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com.
Gunderson Camacho Mount Horeb
Funeral & Cremation Care
500 North 8th Street
(608) 437-5077
Events
Memorial Service
Thu Jun 18, 2020 @ 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM CDT
VFW Post 9511 • 2787 Erbe Road, Blue Mounds, WI 53517
Reception
Thu Jun 18, 2020 @ 1:00 PM - 7:00 PM CDT
VFW Post 9511 • 2787 Erbe Road, Blue Mounds, WI 53517
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Memories
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Deb Friske
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I can't count the millions of memories that we've shared with Bonnie and Bill. We could write a book on all the fun times both in Mt Horeb and up at your cabin. It will be a huge void in our lives when we continue to do parties and get togethers without you. Your such an amazing gentle giant of a man. I will miss you Bill and will watch over your forever loving wife Bonnie. I will never forget the song "Momma Said There'd be Days Like This" that still makes me laugh on our little road trip with Bonnie and I and you! Love you Bill and make sure they are playing cards right in heaven:) Deb Friske
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Jeanne Gilbertson
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Bonnie I’m so blessed to have had the pleasure these last few weeks seeing you and Bill. Visiting with you both, sharing stories and catching up on life. His infectious smile 😊 and laugh will always be one of my fondest memories. God Bless and take care.
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Heather Tollefson
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Bill’s love for kids was endless! He & Bonnie welcomed my brother & I into their home at a young age. We spend countless times at their house on Garfield St in Mt. Horeb. Bill gave me my nickname “Feather” & I’ll never forget the PJ’s he had Bonnie get costume made for me that had my nickname “Feather”. Bill, you touched so many lives with your BIG heart ♥️ You may not be here for people to see but your spirit will live in our hearts ♥️
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Ann and Phil Dettwiler
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Deep sympathy to the entire Skinrud family with this loss; keeping you all in our prayers. Ann and Phil Dettwiler
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Bill and Marcia Hicks
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So sorry for your loss. Bill brought smiles to so many people and was always there to lend a hand. So glad we had the priviledge of calling him our friend. Keeping you and your family in our prayers.
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Joann Carden
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Sorry for you loss - I know it isn't easy. Memories will carry you on. Bill was such a fun guy & will
be missed by many. My thoughts & prayers to all the family.